Backwell to Newton Abbot train with Great Western Rail

Thu, 20 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Backwell to Newton Abbot

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

2 h 7 m

Average duration

2 h 9 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

116 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Backwell to Newton Abbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Backwell to Newton Abbot will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Backwell for Newton Abbot every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Great Western Rail
04:122h10
Backwell
06:22Newton Abbot
£461One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:152h07
Backwell
06:22Newton Abbot
£541One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Backwell to Newton Abbot train times

The table below shows live departures for Backwell to Newton Abbot trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:15 Backwell
2h07
06:22 Newton Abbot0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Backwell to Newton Abbot

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Trains from Backwell to Newton Abbot run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 2h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
116 km
Average train duration
1h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
00:36
Last train
23:24
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Backwell to Newton Abbot trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Backwell and Newton Abbot from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£22
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
£80
first_great_western frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Backwell to Newton Abbot train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Backwell to Newton Abbot by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newton Abbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Newton Abbot can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to enjoy its markets, surrounding countryside, and local attractions.
Booking trains from Backwell to Newton Abbot in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Backwell to Newton Abbot can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Backwell to Newton Abbot covers a distance of 116 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 2 per day.
To travel from Backwell to Newton Abbot, you can take a train.
The train station in Backwell that goes to Newton Abbot is Nailsea & Backwell (NLS), and it arrives at Newton Abbot station (NTA).
The first train from Backwell to Newton Abbot leaves at 0:36.
Trains from Backwell to Newton Abbot run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Backwell to Newton Abbot.
Yes, you can take the train from Backwell to Newton Abbot.
The cheapest way to get from Backwell to Newton Abbot is by train, costing approximately £22.
The train distance from Backwell to Newton Abbot is 116 km.
The last train from Backwell to Newton Abbot departs at 23:24.
Yes, there is a direct train between Backwell and Newton Abbot. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
There is no night train service from Backwell to Newton Abbot.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Backwell and Newton Abbot

Backwell
Newton Abbot
The major train station for departures in Backwell is Nailsea & Backwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nailsea & Backwell for your trip from Backwell to Newton Abbot.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: access road
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Nailsea & Backwell
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at end of Station Close

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